Doctor Who is returning for its landmark 11th series tonight - with Jodie Whittaker as the first ever female Time Lord, and fans can hardly contain their excitement.

In anticipation of the historic episode with the new Doctor, Whovians have taken to social media to share how they're getting preparing to watch a slice of television history.

There's cosplay costumes, props, and memorabilia along with specially-made snacks and even pets playing a part in crucial preparations.

Actress Jodie, 36, will be the 13th Doctor and the first female to take on the role in the 55 years since the cult sci-fi series began, which airs this evening on BBC One, and is aptly titled The Woman Who Fell To Earth.

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Jodie Whittaker, 36, is the first female Time Lord in the 55 years Doctor Who has aired and will be joined by co-stars Bradley Walsh (centre back), Mandip Gill (left), and Tosin Cole (right)

Doctor Who fans come in all shapes and sizes as this cat proves, snuggling into his own Tardis blanket ahead of the first episode of the 11th series with Jodie Whittaker at the helm

This Doctor is ready for action: Armed with his own sonic screwdriver and t-shirt he posted on Instagram that it was the only outfit 'appropriate' for the return of the Doctor

Trick of the camera: A sausage dog looks at the Doctor Who Tardis wondering how it could squeeze inside to time travel

Another fan was ready and raring for the new series of Doctor Who with their own sonic screwdriver that the Time Lords carry while battling monsters

In honour of the new series one make-up artist decided to recreate her favourite Doctor Who monster, the Silurian, which she said was one of 'the most beautiful monsters Doctor Who ever created'

Jodie's version of the Doctor sits pride of place on this fan's chest of drawers, right in front of the television ready for tonight's episode of the eleventh series

The actress takes over her predecessor Peter Capaldi to reunite with her Broadchurch boss Chris Chibnall, and is joined by new co-stars Bradley Walsh, Mandip Gill, and Tosin Cole.

One Whovian wrote on Instagram alongside a picture of him in a Doctor Who t-shirt while holding a sonic screwdriver: 'Appropriate t-shirt for today!'

A make-up artist and keen Doctor Who fan decided to recreate her own interpretation of her favourite monster, the Silurian in honour of tonight's series: 'I think these are the most beautiful monsters Doctor Who ever created.'

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Others brought out their favourite memorabilia ready to watch the new episode, one fan had a extensive collection of Doctors and monsters lined up on a set of drawers, while another had positioned the 13th Doctor right in front of their television set.

Many took to Twitter to share in their excitement: 'Today is filled with, reading, heated blankets, snacks and doctor who.'

'Obviously the only thing I am bothered about today is new #DoctorWho,' said another.

One gushed: 'Never been so excited for a first episode of Doctor Who since Matt Smith!'

Even Sherlock actor and creator Mark Gatiss, who starred in the Christmas special of the sci-fi series, shared in his excitement, explaining how he had avoided all spoilers.

'Well, I've managed to avoid all spoilers and, for the first time in 13 years, I know absolutely nothing about the adventures to come.

'It's #DoctorWho say! All love and luck to Jodie Whittaker, Chris Chibnall and the whole team. Here we go again!'

'The doctors are ready but are you?' asked one die-hard fan who had collected miniature replicas of different characters from throughout the sci-fi series

Fans took to Twitter in anticipation of the start of the series, including Mark Gatiss who starred in the Christmas special saying he had managed to avoid all spoilers

Jodie's performance as the first ever female Doctor Who, was given gushing reviews by critics across the board following a special preview screening last month.

The 2017 Christmas Special saw The Thick of It star Peter Capaldi hang up his Doc Marten boots and pass the Sonic Screwdriver to the Broadchurch and Black Mirror actress.

Jodie recently said of being the first ever female Doctor Who: 'Every actor brings their perspective and point of view.

'The pressure was probably more on for Chris [Ecclestone] and Matt [Smith] and Peter [Capaldi], because they're a different actor, but within the version of a man playing the role.

'It's an odd one. Being a woman, talking about it in a way that I don't think a man would. I want to celebrate this journey for me, because I'm the first.'

Many others flooded Twitter with their thoughts ahead of the programme, sharing their excitement and how they were preparing for the Doctor's return

During her appearance on ITV's This Morning last week, Jodie also touched upon Doctor Who's character, saying: 'I love the childlike energy, the enjoyment of the unknown.

'The doctor is such a fascinating character because there are no rules.'

Jodie said that former Doctor Who star David Tennant was rather amused when she took on the role.

She said: 'He laughed a lot. He was incredibly enthusiastic and excited for me. He did warn me the line learning is hard and he's not wrong.'

The Woman Who Fell to Earth, written by new showrunner and executive producer Chris Chibnall, will be broadcast on BBC One on Sunday 7 October at 6.45pm

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Doctor Who fans flood social media in anticipation of Jodie Whittaker's debut as female Time Lord